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Hong Kong 1 July march in 2011. On 1 July of each year since the 1997 handover, a march is led by the Civil Human Rights Front.It has become the annual platform for demanding universal suffrage, calling for observance and preservation civil liberties such as free speech, venting dissatisfaction with the Hong Kong Government or the chief executive, rallying against actions of the Pro-Beijing camp.
The Hong Kong 1 July protests was an annual protest rally originally held by the Civil Human Rights Front from the day of handover in 1997 on the HKSAR establishment day. However, it was not until 2003 that the march drew large public attention by opposing the legislation of Basic Law Article 23 .
Other public holidays include National Day (1 October) and Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Establishment Day (1 July). [1] [2] Public holidays and statutory holidays are an important part of life in Hong Kong, allowing people to take a break from work and celebrate important cultural and national events.
The handover of Hong Kong from the United Kingdom to the People's Republic of China was at midnight on 1 July 1997. This event ended 156 years of British rule in the former colony, which began in 1841.
The prestigous Hong Kong Jockey Club also cancelled all races planned for Wednesday (September 18) after protesters against the Beijing government said they would target the Happy Valley racecourse.
(21:30 Hong Kong Time/14:30 London Time) – Cocktail reception for 4,000 guests at Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. (22:00 Hong Kong Time/15:00 London Time) – Beijing celebrations including live performances and fireworks were expected to run for 7 hours. The theme of Beijing Blesses you Hong Kong was under preparation.
1 May, Thursday – Labour Day; 5 May, Monday – Buddha's Birthday; 31 May, Saturday – Tuen of The Festival; 1 July, Tuesday – Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Establishment Day; 1 October, Wednesday – National Day; 7 October, Tuesday – The day following the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival; 29 October, Wednesday – Chung Yeung Festival
For those who are feeling “stuck" or overwhelmed while striving for work-life balance, some experts recommend adopting a “pendulum lifestyle." Psychologists weigh in on the potential benefits.
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